Racism

I believe racism is when you treat someone differently or unfairly simply because they belong to a different race or culture.People can also experience prejudice because of their religion or nationality. From past experience in my personal life i can say that being a victim of racism is also a form of being bullied. It is emotional and you end up feeling isolated.
Racism takes many different forms. These can include:
Personal attacks of any kind, including violence
Written or verbal threats or insults Damage to property, including graffiti Racism can exist in all races and cultures. Racists feel threatened by anyone who is from a different race or culture. We are not born racist. Our views and beliefs develop as we grow up. If a child or young person grows up within a racist family, or has friends who are racist, they may believe that racism is normal and acceptable. Ian Wright states "Racism is hurtful and cruel and no one should put up with it."

http://www.kickitout.org/

Drugs

Drugs, drugs, drugs, well that is very common nowadays. If you are passing by alley ways or side streets you will notice groups of young youths and junkies smoking and acting all cool and bad because they are smoking a spliff or shall I say buzzing of it…
Well illegal drugs such as cocaine, heroine, cannabis and ecstasy are just really bad for anyone and a bad addiction which can result in the drug taking your life. Nowadays many people start taking drugs, because of peer pressure and wanting to fit in with the crowd, as they don’t realise that by taking drugs just for the fun of it will turn into a bad addiction which will cause them a lot of pain and damage

//www.drugs.gov.uk/

Bandits and Outlaws

Bandits and outlaws well the first thing you can recall upon is Robin Hood, Ned Kelly and Jessie James. As all these played a role of bad guys, but still well known as heroes. In TV series you see robin hood who steals from others but gives to the poor this looks as though he is doing it for a good cause by helping the poor in need but the way he does it by stealing is still wrong, because by looking at the such TV programmes kids and adults start to believe by doing wrong such as stealing is all for a good cause……well it’s not!!



http://www.rhythm-bandits.co.uk/

Tattoos and body piercing

I think tattoos and body piercing are an individuals personal choice because its their body and they can do what they like with themselves. Some tattoos and body piercing do look quite good however some people do take it to an extreme level by being covered in tattoos and piercings which makes them look abnormal personally i think it looks scary by having all your body or face pierecd.many people find that by having peirces and tattoos it looks cool and makes them look different as they have their own image and appearance which stands out from the rest of us.

http://www.themaxxtattoostudio.com/

http://www.bodyjewelleryshop.com/body_piercing_information/body_art

Shoplifting

In this lecture many people had different views about shoplifting as some believed that it was wrong to shoplift whilst others believed it was not as bad. My personal views towards shoplifting are that it is wrong no matter what the situation is and where you steal from, because you are stealing from others which is not right as they are spending money to sell goods and earn a living so it is not fair on them as they are losing out on their money.
By shoplifting many people think it is not as bad, because the consequences of stealing from a shop aren't as severe as robbing a bank or breaking in a house. But by taking the first steps to steal from a shop, you will get into the habit of stealing whatever goods you want which will turn into a daily activity as you are getting freebies. So later on in life you will not want to pay for anything which you want to purchase because you will find it more easier and fun of stealing it and getting things for free, which is not a good idea as you can end up in jail with a criminal record which will affect your lifestyle in getting a job as you will be known as a thief.



http://www.beyond-the-pale.co.uk/shoplifting.htm

Infidelity

Well infidelity is one thing i hope i would never do, i think it is disgusting how can you cheat on your partner.you say you love them and still can be unfaithful to them.
From the lecture many people had views that infidelity is occurred because of people suffering from problems in their relationship, being bored with the same person, wanting freedom, being drunk and hurt which caused infidelity to occur.

I think that no matter what the reason be for infidelity's to take place it is wrong and shameful. i believe their is no excuse for some one to be unfaithful to their partner, because no matter what you are in your sense to commit such an disgusting and degrading act of cheating with your partner who you have exchanged vows with and promised to be loyal to.
I personally believe that before a individual cheats on their partner they should end their relationship so that the other half does not suffer from the heart ache and pain which their partner has caused by cheating on them, because the best way is to be honest rather then being known as a lying scum and cheat.

http://http://www.infidelity.com/

Stalking

Stalking is when a person is obsessed with you and cant stop harassing you. This sort of stalking can happen to you if someone is following you around, or is texting, ringing or sending you letters constantly, then this is a sign of unwanted attention. There are many causes which cause stalking behaviour, such as:
Many stalkers have psychological problems and may not be able to form relationships in a normal way. They may be a ex - partner and cant accept the fact that the relationship is over
Some stalkers may convince themselves that they have a relationship with their victim
Many stalkers may be motivated to get revenge
Stalkers are usually people who you have dated or been in a relationship with and just cant get no for an answer. I personally believe that stalkers are frightening and that it is terrifying for someone to stalk or harass you in anyway, the best thing would be to notify the police if you are being stalked.

www.met.police.uk/stalking/advice.htm